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Where to see The Best Fall Foliage on Cape Cod

Are you planning a New England Fall Foliage getaway? Then make sure you include Cape Cod in your travel plans! Many of our guests ask us where to start their trip when visiting New England. You should always start from the North and make your way Sou… Read more
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The Best Cape Cod Fall Foliage Driving Routes

Are you suffering from cabin fever and feeling like Bill Murray's character in the movie "Groundhog Day"? We hear you and have a cure for you; a fall road trip to New England and beautiful Cape Cod. Fall is a magical time of the year that brings brig… Read more
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Plan a Visit to Nantucket This Summer

When visitors come to Cape Cod, they all have wonderful ideas of what to do. Some of our guests at The Old Harbor Inn enjoy staying close to Chatham and seeing the sights here. We also have other guests that like to venture out a bit more and en… Read more
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Top 5 most romantic places to propose on Cape Cod

For most people, asking the big question at the right time and choosing the right place to do it is almost as important as the wedding itself. If you plan a proposal, you want to be sure that it's everything they dreamed of. You found the perfect rin… Read more
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6 Best Chatham Beaches

When you cross the bridges connecting Cape Cod to the mainland and drive down Route 6 just leave the real world behind and start thinking of beautiful beaches, sun, and salty air. Cape Cod is one of the most desirable and popular places to visit in t… Read more

The 5 Most Romantic Things to Do on Cape Cod

  Sunsets, candle-lit dinners, beaches... Cape Cod is the perfect place to show that special someone in your life how much they mean to you.  Chatham is the perfect destination to plan a romantic weekend away.  With gourmet restaurants… Read more
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Top 10 Most Instagrammable Places on Cape Cod

Summer season is in full swing on Cape Cod, which means more photos on social media. Whether you are looking for inspiration for your next trip or just want to make your friends and family jealous, fill your Instagram feed with amazing photos taken d… Read more
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The 5 Best Bakeries on Cape Cod

With cooler weather and many yummy fall fruits and vegetables available at farmers' markets, we all can agree baking is a favorite fall activity. Apple coffee cakes, pumpkin bread, and cranberry orange muffins are some of our guests' favorite treats… Read more
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Top 3 Reasons to Visit the Chatham Lighthouse Beach

Year after year, excited tourists flock to Cape Cod to treat themselves to an unforgettable trip of fun-filled attractions and activities. Chatham, Massachusetts, is one Cape Cod town that stands out from the rest; this area contains one-of-a-kind Ma… Read more
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Ultimate Father's Day Guide: Top Activities and Adventures on Cape Cod

Father's Day is fast approaching, and what better way to celebrate than by spending it at a luxury  Inn on Cape Cod? Located in the heart of downtown Chatham, our Inn offers easy access to all of the area's best attractions, beaches, shopping, e… Read more